Art Objects - WorkQuest

Number052-S1DescriptionArt Objects - WorkQuestCategoryTxSmartBuyTypeTermStart Date11/17/2021End Date11/30/2026Purchasing Category Codes (Agencies Only)Doc Type 9 – Texas Government Code § 2155.441, Document Type 9 purchases should have a blank or “0” PCC field depending on whether the entry is to USAS or CAPPSPurchase OrdersOnly purchase orders issued through Texas SmartBuy are eligible for contract pricing. The Contractor will not ship any products or provide related services until receipt of a Purchase Order generated by the Texas SmartBuy system.NIGP Code(s)05264 05272CPA Contract ManagementQuestions regarding contract management issues, price changes, amendments or other post-award concerns should be directed to: SPD Contract Management Office (SCMO) Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) Phone: (512) 463-3034 option 3 Email: spd.cmo@cpa.texas.gov Adding New Products to Contract N/ADelivery Delays by

ContractorN/ACompliant Products by ContractorDelivery does not occur until the Contractor delivers products, materials or services in full compliance with the specifications to Customer’s F.O.B. destination, unless delivery is specifically accepted, in whole or in part, by the Customer. Providing products, materials or services which do not meet all specification requirements does not constitute delivery.Customer reserves the right to require new delivery or a refund in the event that materials or products not meeting specifications are discovered after payment has been made.Purchase Order CancellationsThe Customer may request that a Contractor cancel a specific line item or an entire purchase order. There shall be no fees charged for cancellation of an item and/or order prior to shipment by the Contractor. A Purchase Order Change Notice should be processed and sent to Contractor.Restocking FeeThe Customer may request that a Contractor accept return of products already delivered. If the return is required through no fault of the Contractor, the Contractor may request a reasonable restocking charge. The Customer may pay a restocking charge if the CPA or Customer determines that the charge is justifiable. As a guideline, such charges shall not exceed 15%.SubstitutionsDuring the Contract term, the Contractor shall not substitute a product or brand unless the Contractor has obtained prior written approval from the CPA Contract Manager in coordination with the Customer. The Contractor must have written confirmation from the CPA Contract Manager of the substitution before making delivery.Contract PerformanceThe Statewide Procurement Division Contract Management Office (SCMO), a division of the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA), administers a vendor performance program for use by all customers per Texas Government Code (TGC), §2262.055, and 34 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), §20.108. The Vendor Performance relies on the customer's participation in gathering information on vendor performance. State agency customers shall report vendor performance on purchases of $25,000 or more from contracts administered by CPA, or any other purchase of $25,000 or more made through delegated authority granted by CPA (TAC 20.108), or purchases exempt from CPA procurement rules and procedures. State agencies are additionally encouraged to report vendor performance on purchases under $25,000.Vendor Performance shall be reported through the CPA VENDOR PERFORMANCE TRACKING SYSTEM.The purpose of the Vendor Performance Tracking System is to: • Identify vendors that have exceptional performance • Aid purchasers in making a best value determination based on vendor past performance • Protect the state from vendors with unethical business practices • Track vendor performance for delegated and exempt purchases Contractor Information:-